After a week in Beijing, Yuqin was quite surprised at the amount of people in her class. Usually during the first week, there were intensive physical exercises that quite a few people would drop out. She was grateful that her body was able to handle the first week. Yuqin made a few friends but most of the girls in her class were drooling over the instructor whose name was Sam. Sam was Jessica's father's student and one of the top instructors to teach water rescue. He was strict but humorous at times. He won multiple awards and became one of the youngest members in the Water Rescue Association. Like Han Rong, he was well-built and handsome.
Yuqin is still getting used to the physical demands but at least, she wasn't the last in her class during drills. Some people were experienced in water rescue but had to get re-certification. Jenny, who was a few years older than Yuqin, was also a lifeguard but with a less than two years of water rescue experience for the navy under her belt. Another student came from a nearby college who will be joining the police force in just a few months. Yuqin admired them. She wasn't jealous at all since everyone learns at different speed.
During their first week of exams, everyone was either studying or practicing basics for water rescue. Yuqin joined a group that focused on practical since her foundation was strong. Sam required them to analyze the situation based on mock simulations then use their best judgement. He required accuracy, precision, and team communication. He required them to ask themselves why they do what they do.
Whenever Sam taught the classes, everyone listened attentively. Some students who were prone to sleep in class actually paid attention to him. During their breaks, many students went to lounges to chill. The lounges were luxurious which included a cafe, a bookstore, clothing and equipment store, a gym, a bar, and a huge cafeteria with variety of delicacies. Their location was located near Tongzhou, a gateway to the nation's capital.
During their evening routine, many student went to fitness classes which included weightlifting, pilates lesson, and treadmills. Lessons were taught by the top fitness instructors from China and abroad. Sam required everyone to be fit because for the final examination at the end of the third month would be the most challenging exam that most students would fail. They were also required to learn a new language besides their mother tongue.
Yuqin chose to learn German because she was already fluent in English and Mandarin. Most students took English classes. There were quite a few students in German classes as well. Classes were taught by English-German professors. Every first day of the week, three groups of German students, would visit and stay for a few days then rotate every weekend. This is because it will be much faster to learn German from native speakers. It's the very reason that this specialized water rescue academy earns the top spot.
***
It's been over a month since Yuqin left Sanya, Han Rong wasn't able to contact her at all because her phone would be turned off or she's not available. Lingling haven't received any messages from Yuqin. Even though they were worried but to them, no news is good news.
Han Rong and his teams continued on investigating different cases from local crimes to domestic violence. Just like Yuqin, all of them were busy.
During the evening of November, the weather was breezy and cool compared to the heat in the morning. Han Rong and his family went to the beach again but this time, it was for a different reason.
"Brother, I really miss Sister Yuqin. She haven't replied to my messages at all." She sighed and seemed disappointed. Han Rong slightly rubbed her soft and long brown hair, "She'll be fine. I missed her too." He opened up messages and scrolled his phone. Nothing. Just then, he got a call from Lu Cheng.
"Hello?" He answered.
"Han Rong. This is Lu Cheng. How are you lately?"
"It's all good. How about you?"
"Good as well. I wanted to let you know that I know a top rehab center which will help you to regain your strength in your legs. It will be in Tongzhou, Beijing. An old friend of mine would be able to help you. If you are able to, I can get you plane ticket for tomorrow." Lu Cheng really wanted Han Rong to be able to come back to the team once he's fully recovered.
"Lu Cheng, thank you. I'll let you know by tonight." Han Rong hung up the phone and explained everything from the start to the end.
"Brother, that means your legs can be fully recovered, right?" Lingling was excited at the news.
"Lingling, it's up to the doctors. Not us. But I do really want to try and get better soon." He smiled and all of a sudden, he remembered that Yuqin was in Tongzhou as well.
Yu Jie, their mother, said, "Lingling, how about you accompany your brother to the rehab center? Your dad and I still have work and we cannot take long breaks." Lingling nodded and replied, "I'll take good care of him. Brother, can you also ask Officer Max to come along?"
"Officer Max? Why?" Han Rong was confused. Lingling smiled, "Just because..."
Han Rong shook his head, "They all have work. I'll see." He called Albert first to see his availability but he wasn't able to take breaks. Max and Ling cannot take breaks but they'll be able to drop him at the airport if required.
Han Rong looked at Lingling and shook his head, "They're all busy but they can bring us to the airport." Lingling was disappointed again and muttered, "Oh well."
The next morning, Albert and Max picked them up to the airport after receiving information on the plane ticket.
"Boss, we'll see you soon. Hope you recover well. Lingling, take good care of your brother." Officer Max smiled before getting into the car.
"Boss, Lingling. See you soon!" Officer Albert waved bye before going to work. Officer Ling waved bye as well.
Han Rong and Lingling got out their passport and express ticket. They'll be able to enter earlier because of the wheelchair.
"Brother, I promise I will listen to you. After we go to Beijing, I'll take good care of you. My cooking skills isn't too bad." Han Rong smiled and nodded, "I'll eat anything you cook. But you have to promise me, you have to stay safe. Let me know ahead of time if you want to go somewhere." Lingling nodded and pinky promised.
***
Lu Cheng called Sam early in the morning before classes start.
"Sam. About your student, Yuqin. She knows Han Rong. I want you to be able to stop her from seeing him. Distraction is not an option. Han Rong will be arriving this afternoon. I already told the security not to let him nor any of her friends in."
Sam replied, "Not to worry, I made them put away their phone so they won't have any access to it until night time. We have a phone policy in place."
"Then, that's good. I'll have Han Rong live at my wife's place. It's still quite the distance between her place and your place. " Lu Cheng replied, "Sam, one more thing."
"What is it?" Sam replied.
"If you have a chance, go out with Yuqin. She's a good girl. Make sure to pass her. She's special." Lu Cheng said as he got ready for work.
"It will depend on her. I'm not going to force her but I'll make sure she passes." Sam answered honestly.
"Sam, you have to. She cannot be with Han Rong. Han Rong needs to go back to the SWAT team."
Sam sighed and nodded, "I will, sir."